Planning & Land Management Legislation Intern

Pay Range (Grade): $15.00 (Y000)

Other Compensation Offered:
Overtime

Employment Type:

Internship, up to 20 hours per week

Organization:
Planning & Land Management - Resource Management

Location:

County Office Building

Reports to:

Director, Planning & Land Management

Classification:
Non-Exempt (42008)

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace.

As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

Are you ready for the challenges and rewards of an internship with Carroll County Government? The Department of Planning & Land Management is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and organized intern to gain hands‑on experience in the legislative process during the Maryland General Assembly’s legislative session. You will assist with reviewing newly introduced bills, tracking relevant legislation and amendments, and identifying potential impacts on the Department’s programs and operations.

You may also conduct research, help develop recommendations, and assist with processing local legislation and code amendments.

• Assist with daily review of bills introduced during the Maryland General Assembly legislative session to identify bills that are relevant to or may impact functions of the Planning & Land Management (PLM) Department.
• Enter information from relevant bills in tracking table.
• Research potential fiscal, operational, and other relevant impacts of proposed bills related to PLM functions.
• Assist in coordination with relevant PLM managers and staff to request review and comments on proposed bills.
• Coordinate with Special Projects Coordinator for direction on potential actions to take related to proposed bills.
• Assist with tracking proposed legislation and amendments and monitor their progress throughout the legislative process.
• Research local policies, legislation, and best practices to support the development of recommendations and assist with the legislative process.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

• Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)
• Attention to Detail (Intermediate)
• Organizational Skills (Introductory)

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Attention to Detail
• Digital Literacy
• Professionalism
• Analytical Thinking
• Information Management
• Writing Skills

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• This internship is a Spring placement, which will run from January to April, or as agreed upon by the manager and intern.
• Contractual Position: up to 20 hours per week.
• Must meet Carroll County Risk Management driver eligibility requirements

Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well‑being of our employees. Find out more here:
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